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OpenAI has launched Sora, an AI-powered video app, amid rapid growth and controversy. The app enables users to create short, realistic videos of themselves and others, raising concerns over copyright, misinformation, and the impact of AI-generated content on social media. Critics warn of 'AI slop' flooding feeds, while supporters see creative potential.
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South Korea's K-beauty industry, driven by small startups and major manufacturers, has surpassed $10 billion in exports, fueled by social media and e-commerce. The industry’s growth is supported by a surge in international demand, especially in the US, with brands leveraging influencers and retail chains like Olive Young.
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Federal authorities in Brooklyn have indicted over 30 individuals, including NBA figures, for operating illegal, high-tech poker games linked to mafia families since 2019. The scheme involved rigged tables, high-profile players, and victims losing millions. The investigation highlights ongoing use of sophisticated technology in underground gambling.
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A California appeals court has upheld rapper Tory Lanez's 2022 conviction for shooting Megan Thee Stallion. Lanez was sentenced to 10 years and is currently incarcerated after being stabbed in prison. The court did not release its reasoning, but the conviction remains in effect.